SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 59

SSC CHSL - 15th October 2020 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q59

The cost price of 15 pens is equal to the selling price of 20 pens. The loss or profit percentage is:

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e 25% loss

Understanding

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Application

CP of 15 = SP of 20

CP/SP = 20/15

Here having loss

Percentage = 5/20 × 100

= 25%